Hallstatt is one of my favorite places in the world, and I highly recommend staying at least one night in the quaint town. However, as a budget traveler going to Hallstatt, you’ll want to stay in one of the hostels or a cheap hotel.
While I had a hard time finding a hostel in Hallstatt, there are a few good options to consider if you are on a budget.
Below are all the top hostels in Hallstatt and some cheap hotels in Hallstatt that you can consider instead of a hostel.
Last updated: May 5, 2024
Published: September 29, 2023
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Ready to book your hostel?
The best hostel in Hallstatt is the Hostel-Badgoisern. This hostel offers amazing mountain views from the terrace and has a lot of facilities for guests to enjoy. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, there’s a ski area nearby where you can experience skiing, cycling, hiking, and many more activities.
The Top Hallstatt Hostels
There are only a few hostels in Hallstatt, and none are in the town center, but they are good options when traveling on a budget.
Read about the Hallstatt hostels below and book now to see one of the prettiest places in the world.
1. Hostel Bad Goisern
Hostel-Badgoisern is the perfect mountain retreat, just 4 km from Lake Hallstatt.
Enjoy the terrace with mountain views, free WiFi, and a lively bar with a flat-screen TV, darts, and pool billiards.
Outdoor enthusiasts can ski, cycle, and hike, with bike rentals available. In winter, a heated ski storage room and a free ski bus to the Gosau Ski Area are close by.
Explore Hallstatt (15 minutes away) or the “Five Fingers” via an easy 15-minute bus or train ride. The bus station is 3 minutes away, and the train station is 4 minutes away. From the train station, you can go to the Hallstatt station, then hop on the Hallstatt ferry to get to town.
You’ll also find various restaurants and a grocery shop just a 2-minute walk away.
The hostel has bunk beds in mixed dormitories (6-bed and 4-bed rooms), all heated in winter. Bathrooms are in the corridor, and the hostel provides bed linen and towels. Upon request and for a small fee, you can enjoy a daily breakfast.
Rooms come with a seating area, and the shared kitchen is equipped with a coffee machine.
Amenities:
- 24-hour Reception
- No curfew
- Pet friendly
- Child friendly
- Non-smoking
- Luggage storage available
2. Jugendgästehaus Bad Ischl
In the heart of Bad Ischl, just 12 miles from the picturesque village of Hallstatt, Jugendgästehaus Bad Ischl is a cozy and budget-friendly place to stay.
With free WiFi throughout the public areas, a sun-soaked furnished terrace, and a lively games room equipped with table tennis and table football facilities, there’s always something fun to do during your stay.
Lake Wolfgang is just a leisurely 15-minute drive away.
The rooms feature a desk and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet.
Breakfast is available to fuel you for your upcoming adventures. If you’re in the mood for relaxation or socializing, there’s also a shared lounge.
Amenities:
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
Cheap Hotels in Hallstatt, Austria
While there are very few hostels in Hallstatt, there are also some cheap hotels you can stay in that won’t cost too much more than a hostel. You will also get your own room and more amenities when you stay in one of these hotels.
1. Gasthof Simony Hallstatt B&B
Pension Simony is set in a 15th-century building at the heart of Hallstatt and offers captivating panoramic views of Lake Hallstatt and the surrounding mountains.
The rustic-style rooms feature wooden furnishings and floors, with options for private or shared bathrooms.
The boat and ferry landing is just a 2-minute walk away, the Archaeological Museum a 5-minute walk.
Skiers will appreciate the easy access to the local ski areas. A free ski bus stop is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk away, making Pension Simony an ideal base for your Hallstatt adventure.
Amenities:
- Parking
- Free WiFi
2. Weisses Lamm Hotel
Weisses Lamm is a charming inn just steps away from Museum Hallstatt.
This cozy hotel offers guest rooms equipped with modern amenities, including a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, and some even feature a terrace with mountain views. Check out the other hotels in Hallstatt with lake views!
You can savor authentic Austrian cuisine in the on-site restaurant.
With ski storage facilities and a variety of activities, including skiing, Weisses Lamm provides an ideal base for enjoying the beauty and culture of Hallstatt.
Amenities:
- Parking
- Spa
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
3. Dormio Hotel Obertraun
Hotel Obertraun, in the scenic town of Obertraun, welcomes you with free WiFi, a spa center, a restaurant, and a charming children’s playground nearby.
The hotels offers free private parking, a huge benefit as parking in Hallstatt can be difficult. The spacious rooms offer stunning mountain views and flat-screen TVs.
Adventure-seekers can ski, cycle, and hike in the area, with bike rental options available.
Amenities:
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Fitness center
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Have Fun in Hallstatt!
Hallstatt is a beautiful town, and you’ll regret it if you don’t spend at least one night here to see everything it offers.
Make sure you stay in one of these Hallstatt hostels or cheap hotels to save money.
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